Official Language:
Spanish
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Currency:
Peso
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Population:
Approximately 45,000 people call Ushuaia home.
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Weather:
Climate and current weather information for Ushuaia: The Patagonian climate consists of a short fall and spring, with a long winter. The climate in Ushuaia is often changeable but rarely extreme; temperatures range from 10ºF to 75ºF (-12ºC/24ºC). The area is windy throughout the year, although most notably in the spring and summer. In winter there are very few hours of daylight and trekking and hiking are therefore best undertaken in the summer months.
Temperatures are extreme between summer and winter, as well as a substantial temperature change between day and night. Winters are cold and summers are hot. Humidty is common and rainfall exceeds 2,000 mm a year.
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Ushuaia, on the small island of Tierra del Fuego is located at the southern-most end of Argentina, directly below the Straight of Magellan. Ushuaia is not on the Pacific side or the Atlantic side of the country. Where it stands is at 55 degrees latitude south, this make Ushuaia actually closer to the South Pole than to the north border of Argentina. The island's beauty is unparalleled, and is a port worth visiting. Ushuaia offers gorgeous landscape with plenty of history.
The Argentinean flag first flew over Ushuaia in 1884.
Haush, Selknam, Alakaluf, and Yamana Indians inhabited the area in and around Ushuaia for approximately 6000 years. During the 19th century, the Argentine Republic, led by the Anglican missionaries, had the desire to expand their holdings and take over Ushuaia. Mainly because Chilean and European expansionary tactics were quickly growing. In 1902, Argentina established a penal colony in Ushuaia, and settled all of the southern territories within that region. At first the political prisoners were the only ones sent to Ushuaia's penitentiary. However when the Argentinean government became nervous about invasions, they sent the worst criminals possible there. This worked as neither Europe nor Chile bothered Ushuaia again. The prison closed in 1947 and in 1978, Ushuaia was given a big economic boost.
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Tierra del Fuego National Park:
Just 10 miles west of Ushuaia. This 63,000 hectare park, extending from the Beagle Channel in the south along the Chilean
border to beyond Lago Fagnano in the north, is home to one of the most beautiful cold forests in the world. Mostly green in summer, it turns to wonderful reds and browns in autumn and becomes covered with snow in winter. A visit here will take you to the Río Pipo, the Panoramic Point, Lago Roca , Río Ovando , Laguna Verde, Laguna Negra, and Bahía Lapataia. A beautiful national park, where cruise ship passengers will admire the flora and fauna of extreme South Patagonia.
Escondido Lake & Patagonian Ranch:
Located only 30 miles north of the city of Ushuaia. It was formerly one of the most important sawmills of the area called "Laguna Verde" (Green Lagoon) and today is still owed by one of the traditional families of the island. The family welcomes you to their restaurant which has large windows that offer breathtaking views of the lake. A comfortable farm with a bright atmosphere displaying many photographs of Ushuaia's early pioneers and family portraits. Take a stroll through on paths in the pine forest, and admire the unique flora and fauna of this wonderful ecological environment.
Train at the End of the World & Lapataia:
A steam engine ride on the Tierra del Fuego Southern railway. The train has been restored. The line was originally constructed by prisoners who were sent to this remote part of the world and were used to bring logs for heating back to the prison blocks. The large windows look out over the snow-capped mountains, crystal lakes, and the beautiful natural forests of the Andes Cordillera. Learn the history and legend of the Tierra del Fuego. Cross the Pipo River, and stop at the viewpoint of the Macarena Cascade. Ride through the "Cañadón del Toro" within the Tierra del Fuego National Park.
Beagle Channel Wild Life Cruise & Ride:
A catamaran cruise for a two-hour trip to admire the stunning landscapes and natural wonders that surround the town. A very dramatic setting with jagged mountain peaks as its backdrop. Cruise the Beagle Channel and out to Sea Wolves Island Nature Reserve. Cruise through the waterways of the Beagle Channel past the Isla de los Pajaros (Bird Island) where many species of birds gather, including a large colony of cormorants. Cruise around Isla de los Lobos (Sea Wolves Island). This island is home to a large number of seals and sea lions. Disembark the catamaran at Lapataia Bay and continue your tour through Tierra del Fuego National Park. This is a 150,000-acre park that extends from the Beagle Channel in the south along the Chilean border to beyond Lago Fagnano in the north.
Tierra Mayor Trekking:
A trekking tour, that is suitable for everybody interested in getting to know the Tierra del Fuego and Tierra Mayor Valley Natural Reserve.
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More Information |
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Web: http://www.patagonia-rgentina.com/i/anuncio.htm
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